I was asked recently for some cookbook ideas for someone who was interested in taking charge of their health—and their hormones. So, I put together a list of my top recipe books to inspire some ideas in the kitchen and invigorate you and your appetite!

Depending on who you ask, it is either a super-food or a poison. But the truth is, soy-based foods have been shown to improve cholesterol, prevent breast cancer, prostate cancer, decrease osteoporosis and more.  But, yes, it does have some downsides as well. Here’s the breakdown.

There are so many reasons that women are placed on the birth-control pill., often it isn’t for contraception, but as a way to manage symptoms.  Unfortunately, if you go to your doctor with any period related concern, the pill is often the only option given.

Consumption of vegetables including Brassica species has been strongly associated with the reduced risk of chronic diseases, such as cardiovascular disease, cancer, diabetes, Alzheimer’s disease, cataracts and age-related functional decline.  Read more and have your questions answered about goitrogens, and some other pros/cons of this broccoli family.

Do you know what is a “normal” period? My guess is you will be surprised. I talk to women all the time about their periods, and most are surprised to find that theirs isn’t “healthy”. It isn’t something that women talk about in their day to day life, but it is important for your overall health.